My son Ky was going through a HUGE planets and outer space phase when we began planning his "Big Boy" room, so I thought it would make a perfect theme. I wanted to transition a lot of elements from his safari-themed nursery which used the colors orange and lime green, so I kept those elements and added rich navy, gray and red to the party.

As for inspiration, I pretty much just used the colors as a palette and went with it. I designed most of the prints myself and searched high and low for specific pieces that fit the theme/color but didn't go overboard or weren't too grown up. My favorite element is the framed photo of him in a NASA suit from when he was younger. My goal was to keep it personal and playful but also simple since his room is small and tends to clutter easily. I wanted it to be bright, bold, and a really fun space that he would enjoy sleeping and playing in!

Source List:

Gray Paint Color: Behr's 'Gentle Rain'

Navy Accent Wall Color: Behr's 'Rich Navy'

Convertible Toddler Bed/Dresser Collection: Savannah "Tori" Crib Set

Curtains: "I Decorate With Pillows" on Etsy

Bedding: Toddler Star Duvet Cover and Toddler-Size Insert (PB Kids)

Orange Pillow: Branson Sham (PB Kids)

"Planets" Print: "West Willow" on Etsy (thanks to a reader for the find!)

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As Apartment Therapy's Managing Editor, Carrie covers design and modern homelife with children. A lapsed librarian, she lives in Brooklyn with her husband and two kids and is in contention to break the record for most hours spent at the playground.